Posted on February 27, 2009 in Latest News
A Recent study has shown that the mothers of children having enamel defects had lower levels of vitamin D compared to the healthy ones. It is found that the level is low from the stage of pregnancy itself. But, mothers with adequate levels of vitamin d in their blood had child with less or no tooth decay.
About Vitamin D
Vitamin D is a collection of fat-soluble prohormones (precursor to Normal hormones). Major forms of vitamin D include vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol) & vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol). “Vitamin D” also refers to metabolites and other similar substances. Vitamin D3 is produced inside the skin when it is exposed to sunlight, especially ultraviolet B radiation.
Deficiency in Pregnant Women
The study team admitted 206 women during their second trimester of pregnancy stage “it was the time when the primary teeth start to develop and calcify,” Researchers measured the vitamin D levels in the women’s blood during enrollment, followed by regular examination of vitamin D levels until their infants were about a year old. Only 21 women is about 10.5% were found to have adequate vitamin D levels. The average vitamin D level found was about half than that is considered adequate. Early tooth decay in the infants was predominant. Thus with the correct levels of the vitamin early tooth decay in the infants can be cured.
Sources of Vitamin D
Sources of Vitamin D include foods like fortified milk, salmon (with bones), canned tuna, or fruit juice and cereal .As per the American Dietetic Association (ADA). Our body produces vitamin D naturally, when it is exposed to sunlight. Although dermatologists don’t like the advice as it makes the body vulnerable for skin cancer. But, a 5 min exposure to sun can do the magic.
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